Clark University - MA — Graduate School of Management

http://www.clarku.edu/gsom/pdfs/PeaceCorpsFellowsDetails.pdf

Program Type:

Coverdell Fellows

Department:

Graduate School of Management

Degrees Awarded:

Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Science (MS)

Admissions Deadlines:

MBA applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; deadline for Fall: August 1, for Spring: December 15

Admissions Cycle:

Rolling Admission

Program Start:

Fall semester (August) or Spring semester (January)

Program Founded:

June, 2010

Benefits

Peace Corps Fellows receive a 50% tuition scholarship to the MBA program (over $30,000 value) as a minimum, scholarship amounts will increase based on the strength of the application. Fellows will also be considered for a paid assistantship. The application fee is waived for Fellows.

Fellows will work with Clark's Community Engagement and Volunteering Center to be placed in a volunteer position with a local organization that works to improve our community. Fellows will work on strategic planning and other capacity building initiatives which will make a tremendous impact on these organizations and in turn the Worcester community.

 

Description

As the sectors of our global society become increasingly intertwined, demand is surging for business professionals who understand the social, political and environmental forces that shape communities and businesses. Students in the innovative MBA in Social Change program learn to use modern technology and advanced analysis to creatively address environmental and development problems and promote social justice, whether working in a corporation, government agency, or nongovernmental organization in the U.S., or any other part of the world.

MBA in Social Change students combine their business studies with courses offered in Clark's renowned International Development, Community and Environment department that focus on topics including social entrepreneurship, environmental sustainability, community development and international development. Graduates are prepared to lead in a diverse range of fields, from microfinance and ethical investing to sustainable development and corporate social responsibility. Dual-degree MBA/MA in Community Development & Planning and MBA/MA in Environmental Science & Policy programs are also offered.

For students interested in more traditional business disciplines, MBA concentrations are also offered in Accounting, Expanded Accounting, Finance, Global Business, Management Information Systems, General Management, and Marketing.

 

Requirements

The Admissions Review Committee evaluates all aspects of an application before rendering a decision. We look for well-rounded applicants who have a commitment to contributing their opinions, experience, and intellect to their program. Incoming students come from a variety of professional fields and educational backgrounds.

A complete application includes:

• Completed application form
• Résumé
• Official undergraduate transcripts
• GMAT or GRE score
• 1 statement of purpose
• 2 letters of recommendation

 

For inquiries about Paul D. Coverdell Fellows Program, call 855.855.1961 x1440.